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What Are The Different Types Of Abrasive Media?
Abrasive blasting (also known as shot blasting) involves propelling an abrasive material against the surface – either to remove surface contaminants like rust, paint or residue, add texture or finish a surface.
Though there are several types of abrasives used for shot blasting, these typically fall into two categories – reusable and expendable.
Read on to find out more about the different types of abrasive media, including examples and common applications, and how you can determine the best blast media for your project.
Reusable abrasive media
Exactly as its name implies, reusable media can be used over and over again, helping to reduce waste and operational costs.
Here are just a few examples